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It said: “The entire family are deeply saddened by their loss and are still in shock over the tragic circumstances of the accident, as are so many close friends and colleagues. He was a very well-known and respected man who will be missed by all.”

Residents also spoke of their sadness following the crash that closed the road for more than 12 hours.

Cordons were in place at Newton-on-Trent, Torkey Lock and outside the village itself, according to local residents.

Richard Elliot, chair of Kettlethorpe Parish Council, says the road has been in a poor state of repair for some years - but did not imply this was a cause of the crash.